Extermination was very positive last night Forest fire TenerifeDue to more favorable weather conditions than initially expected.In the early hours of the morning, they reached stabilize some areas “Throughout the morning, some residents were able to go home,” according to city hall president Rosa Davila on Sunday.
“It was a very difficult night, but the results were very positive,” de Villa explained, emphasizing that “the largest deployment of firefighters in the history of Tenerife” has been completed.Thank you for your tireless efforts 343 ground soldiers, Among them, 150 firefighters fought side by side with military emergency forces, “We should not regret losing our homes.”
on the same line, Fernando Clavijo Provides an optimistic view. “This is a very different situation from what we faced yesterday,” assured the Canary Islands’ president, stressing that the early morning weather was one of the reasons for this. “It increases the relative humidity and helps the extinction work,” he said before celebrating “what happened is a miracle.”
According to the latest damage last night, the forest fire has spread across the country 10 cities, although evacuations have been carried out in 11 citieswith an area of almost 8,400 hectares Within a very wide perimeter, 70 kilometers.The authorities have clarified that the real number of The number of evacuees is estimated at 12,279in addition to the census reflecting higher numbers, once the city council and security forces have provided the figures.
This Sunday, a total of 23 aerial devices They will fight the fire during the day.
air quality
On the other hand, the government of the Canary Islands issued an announcement announcing that the air in the territorial area, including the cities on the northern slope, is unfavorable. Los Realejos, El Sauzal, La Matanza, La Victoria, Santa Ursula, La Orotava, Puerto de la Cruz, Los Realejos, Buenavis Norte Towers, Los Silos, Garachico, Icod de los Vinos, La Guancha and San Juan de la Rambla.and in the south, towns Alafur, Candelaria, Gema, Fasnia and Arico.
This condition stems from the smoke from forest fires, which are made up of u.mixture of gas and small particles Gases emitted from the burning of vegetation and other materials.
The Government of the Canary Islands avoid staying abroad and engaging in vigorous or prolonged physical activity.also recommended close the doors and windows If you have an air conditioner, put it on recirculation mode and clean the filter.Recommended for outdoor use FFP2 mask Avoid respiratory problems and protect eyes as much as possible, washing eyes if necessary.
Sensitive groups/risk groups
People with a history of respiratory or heart disease, such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema
Children, pregnant women and the elderly
people who engage in strenuous physical activity
people with reduced mobility
possible symptoms
Cough, irritation of eyes, nose, or throat; shortness of breath, chest discomfort, palpitations, fatigue; worsening symptoms in people with pre-existing respiratory or heart problems.
current fire situation
Judging from the situation of the fire, the south wing is quite strong and has been reinforced with fire retardants.Another surrounding area, although hotspot, comes from Hope Tacoronte.
the area of HILL some events have happened Hotel Ravello Strong replicas under attack. Tonight’s restart is likely to be larger and priority should be given to evacuated areas.
front santa ursula It is advancing because it is difficult to access and the most worrisome part is in the La Orotava Valley, where significant resources will be concentrated to defend the asset.
At the same time, the top Gemar (Cho Marcial) yesterday Saturday concentrated the most air resources in the past, such as seaplanes, with the aim of reducing the intensity of the fire, although the smoke is not always allowed, so the defense line has been reinforced.